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Wuthering Heights

A haunting tale of love and betrayal in a dark estate

Emily Bronte author Lucasta Miller author Pauline Nestor editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd

Published:6th Nov '08

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A man finds shelter from a storm at Wuthering Heights, where he discovers a tragic tale of love, betrayal, and haunting memories.

In Wuthering Heights, a man finds himself seeking refuge from a fierce snowstorm at a mysterious and foreboding estate. This isolated house, steeped in dark history, becomes the backdrop for a haunting tale of love and betrayal. As he settles in, he uncovers the tragic story of Cathy, a woman torn between the affections of her devoted husband and the wild, passionate love she has for another. This choice sets off a chain of events that leads to heartache and revenge, echoing through generations.

The narrative explores the complexities of love and the consequences of choices made in the heat of passion. Cathy’s struggle between societal expectations and her own desires reveals the destructive power of love when it clashes with duty. The atmosphere of Wuthering Heights is charged with emotion, as the past relentlessly intrudes upon the present, reminding characters and readers alike that some legacies cannot be escaped.

As the storm rages outside, the walls of the house seem to whisper the secrets of those who have lived and loved within them. The haunting memories of Cathy and her tumultuous relationships linger, shaping the lives of those who come after her. Wuthering Heights is not just a story of romance; it is a profound exploration of the human condition, illustrating how love can transcend even the darkest of circumstances.

"It is as if Emily Brontë could tear up all that we know human beings by, and fill these unrecognizable transparencies with such a gust of life that they
transcend reality."
--Virginia Woolf

ISBN: 9780141040356

Dimensions: 205mm x 137mm x 34mm

Weight: 539g

416 pages